EAR 912

List Price: $13,000.00

Our Price: $13,000.00

Product Code:EAR0000024

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Description

A studio-grade preamplifier.
Two phono inputs, both with switchable gain and input impedance.

Transformer-coupled line stage
with both balanced and unbalanced outputs. Two balanced line inputs, plus
three unbalanced and a tape loop. Selection via reed relays. Meters give
useful visual correlation of levels and ensure that phono gain settings are
optimal. Contains five PCC88 tubes

Once again, EAR redefines expectations of amplifier performance with the
new 912 studio-grade preamplifier. Building on our existing range of
admired preamps including the unique 312 Control Centre
(transistor-based), it offers an unusually wide range of features in a
tube-based package which will appeal equally to the professional and the
discerning audiophile.

Two phono inputs are provided, both with switchable gain and input
impedance - moving coil signals are, of course, pre-boosted by designer
Tim de Paravicini's noted input transformers, and his approach to RIAA
equalisation ensures massive headroom and freedom from low-frequency
instability.

The low distortion, low noise line stage is coupled to the outside world
via transformers, giving the option of balanced or unbalanced
connection. Two balanced line inputs are also featured, plus three
unbalanced and a tape loop. Selection is achieved by reed relays,
keeping signal paths short and delicate signals intact. Meters connected
upstream of the volume control give useful visual correlation of levels
and help ensure that phono gain settings are optimal.

As with all EAR products reliability and practicality are key priorities
and to this end all components have been selected and rated for long
and trouble-free service. All five tubes are PCC88s, a type noted for
good performance and which will be around for servicing in the
long-distant future. And unlike many of our competitors' phono preamps
there is no separate power supply box to deal with - careful design
ensures that hum is kept at bay despite the inclusion of a high capacity
power supply.

If we haven't even mentioned the sound yet, it's only because you already know that our reputation assures its excellence....